While it’s true that my background is interior design, this is not a post about how to choose the best carpet for your home.
Rather, it’s about those little soldiers that line the interior of your small intestine – the ones that have the appearance of little shags. In other words, they literally look like shag carpeting!
The medical term for those little soldiers is “villi”.
Their job is to be super vigilant about any intruders that might enter your digestive tract, and dispose of them immediately.
When they’re doing their job properly, they’re readily visible – waving about in the breeze.
However, as most anyone with Celiac Disease can tell you, what’s happened is that those villi have completely worn down – as in totally atrophied. Which means they are no longer able to do their job.
The only cure is strict adherence to a gluten-free diet.
That’s the good news!
While the condition is not permanent, it does require vigilance.
If you are struggling post-diagnosis to adhere to a gluten-free diet, you might want to consider working with someone who can provide support and accountability during this challenging time.
But wait – there’s more good news!
Options for bringing out change are available to you – and it makes no difference where in the country you are located.
(The hardest part is simply finding the time in your busy schedule).
